Iran and Oman discuss temporary corridor in the Strait of Hormuz
The foreign ministers of Iran and Oman discussed a phased framework for creating a joint temporary navigation corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and a mine-clearing project. This was reported by Channel NewsAsia, citing a joint statement by the parties following talks in Tehran.
Temporary route and mine clearance
Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed a framework which, according to the joint statement, could become a practical basis for further steps. It provides for the creation of a temporary shipping corridor and the implementation of a joint project to clear mines from the strait.
After the meeting, Albusaidi said he hoped for a swift announcement on the temporary corridor. According to him, issues concerning the future management of the strait and a permanent solution will be considered later.
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Further technical talks
Iran and Oman are to continue technical consultations on a permanent navigation route and the future administration of the strait. The topics of the talks include information exchange, vessel traffic management, and the provision of navigation and security services. The parties also stressed the importance of joint discussions with states bordering the Persian Gulf.
At the same time, US President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that all mines in the international waters of the Strait of Hormuz had allegedly been removed or neutralized. He also said Iran had been informed that any vessels laying new mines would be destroyed immediately.
According to Channel NewsAsia, vessel traffic in the strait is largely paralyzed. The waterway normally carries approximately one-fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas exports.
